{"title":"The amateur radio as a learning technology in developing countries","authors":"M. Skoric","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357743","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357743","url":null,"abstract":"This paper analyzes regulatory principles that govern the use of the amateur radio service and suggests some rules and regulation improvements, in order to make the amateur radio an embryo of the official educational, professional and scientific activity in the ICT areas. Besides that, the paper suggests including radio amateurs to the research and development in technical areas as well as to use it as an alternative way of multilateral communication and cooperation between education institutions on regional and global level.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"32 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123758928","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Developing video-based course material for slow dialup connections","authors":"K. Kurbel, Alexei Pakhomov","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357733","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357733","url":null,"abstract":"Production of multimedia-based teaching modules for developing countries and transition economies poses a serious challenge for course developers. Severe restrictions have to be observed for video and audio streaming because of slow and unreliable data transmission. This paper discusses how digital audio and video material can be produced and delivered over low-speed Internet connections. Different approaches are presented and evaluated. Techniques to improve the efficiency of multimedia delivery through dialup connections are described.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"34 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116000460","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Simputer as a platform for ICT education in Tanzania","authors":"M. Duveskog, E. Sutinen, M. Vesisenaho, E. Yusha","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357741","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357741","url":null,"abstract":"The global information society is evolving at breakneck speed but developing countries are left behind. The technology of Simputer, simple hand-held computer, has been developed to bridge the digital divide. We developed a programming tutorial on the Simputer platform and tested the learning environment in a Tanzanian context. An analysis of the students' feedback shows the feasibility of Simputer as a learning platform, and a technical comparison with competing technologies indicates the potential of Simputer in developing countries. A possible future application of Simputer is HIV/AIDS education for rural schools and villages.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122604815","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
J. Ohene-Djan, R. Zimmer, James Bassett-Cross, Andrew Mould, Ben Cosh
{"title":"Mak-Messenger and Finger-Chat, communications technologies to assist in teaching of signed languages to the deaf and hearing","authors":"J. Ohene-Djan, R. Zimmer, James Bassett-Cross, Andrew Mould, Ben Cosh","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357643","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357643","url":null,"abstract":"Communications-based learning technology is an area of educational research that seeks to use advanced communication systems to enhance traditional learning environments with tools that allow students and teachers to formulate and exchange ideas. Increasingly technologies such as instant messaging, and chat systems are being used for teaching. We present two communications-based learning systems, Mak-Messenger and Finger-Chat, specifically designed to assist in the teaching of signed languages to deaf and hearing students. By providing these examples of learning technologies specifically tailored to the deaf community, we hope to illustrate how advanced learning technologies may be used to address issues relating to the educational needs of the deaf.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"39 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122348286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Federation and brokerage of learning objects and their metadata","authors":"F. Assche, David Massart","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357427","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357427","url":null,"abstract":"The CeLeBraTe (Context eLearning with Broadband Technologies) project is developing a system to support a European Learning Network (ELN) of virtual learning environments capable of exchanging digitally stored learning resources. The ELN is built around a Brokerage System that manages exchanges between its members. Unlike other virtual learning environment networks based on a client-server architecture, CeLeBraTe is based on a mixed approach where, although the brokerage system hosts a central metadata repository, each ELN member is also authorized to manage its own local metadata repository. Search requests are both handled centrally and propagated to local repositories.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"105 7S 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126846083","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Technology-facilitated online and distance learning student support","authors":"Virginia King","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357662","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357662","url":null,"abstract":"This paper considers the role that learning technology can play in student retention in online and distance learning (ODL) courses. Drawing on research into student withdrawal and dissatisfaction with higher education which demonstrates how the student experience contributes to unacceptable attrition rates, it argues that student support is core to student retention. It builds the case for an enriched learning space which supports the student and enhances their learning experience; and demonstrates how the concept of the \"delighted customer\" (as used within business and engineering circles) can be adapted to that of the \"delighted student\" with a wide \"zone of tolerance\". This is demonstrated in a set of proposals for \"delighting\" the students on a new course which the university is in the process of designing.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"16 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126002169","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Exploring theoretical computer science using paper toys (for kids)","authors":"A. Valente","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357424","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357424","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper we propose the structure of an exploratory course in theoretical computer science intended for a broad range of students (and especially kids). The course is built on computational cards, a simple paper toy, in which playing cards are computational elements; computing machines can be defined, built and animated in a concrete way by disposing cards and moving objectified symbols on top of them, following formal rules. We provide details and examples of the kind of exercises to be used in such a course. Advantages of c-cards and motivations behind the course are also discussed.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"73 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127917824","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Collaboration activity function: an interaction analysis tool for supported collaborative learning activities","authors":"Georgios Fesakis, A. Petrou, A. Dimitracopoulou","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357402","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357402","url":null,"abstract":"During the last years, an increased interest has been observed on tools analyzing collaborative interactions that could be useful for researchers, teachers, or even students. The paper presents such a tool, based on the formally defined collaborative activity function (CAF). The empirical evaluation of CAF is also presented. The evaluation is focused on teachers using CAF during and after sessions of synchronous collaborative problem solving among students.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"13 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"128802173","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Learning style and factors contributing to success in an introductory computer science course","authors":"James D. Allert","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357442","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357442","url":null,"abstract":"An introductory course in computer science (CSI) is required of virtually all engineering majors at the University of Minnesota Duluth. From 2001-present an extensive battery of visualization software was developed for this course. Students consistently ranked the visualization software as more important to their learning than any other element of the course. However, these rankings were not highly correlated with actual outcomes. This study of learning style determined that reflective and verbal learners outperformed active and visual ones. Student opinions of the value of programming projects and lectures rank highest and seem to cut across learning style preference. Background familiarity with computers and software was not a strong correlate, although involvement in computer and video gaming was found to be negatively correlated with course success.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129068912","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yen-Hua Chen, Chuo-Bin Lin, C. Ho, S. Young, Ia-Ming Ching, T. Chan
{"title":"Exploring major events and the accumulated user forecasting model to support building Web-based learning communities - preliminary analysis from the school for all","authors":"Yen-Hua Chen, Chuo-Bin Lin, C. Ho, S. Young, Ia-Ming Ching, T. Chan","doi":"10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357634","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ICALT.2004.1357634","url":null,"abstract":"Many researchers used computer technology over the last decade to build a virtual learning community in Web-based learning environment. However, building and managing a sustainable learning community remains challenging. One of the goals of this study is to try to identify some major events that affect learning community growth, and another goal is employ these events to develop a regression model for forecasting accumulated effective users in learning communities in the future. This study uses a Web-based learning system, as a preliminary analysis environment. Four major events that influence learning communities were identified, and these events were used to establish a regression model for calculating accumulated effective users. Future works will attempt to prove that the forecast regression model affects community building.","PeriodicalId":291817,"journal":{"name":"IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies, 2004. Proceedings.","volume":"76 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2004-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133748000","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}